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Pulmonary embolism and hereditary coagulopathy — an arterial blockage in the lungs and issues with blood clotting either too much or too little — contributed to his death, People said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

When this confusion occurs, the body produces antibodies that activate clotting.

From Science Daily • Apr. 10, 2026

What in fact kills patients is the ferocious overreaction of their immune systems, which cause widespread blood clotting and organ failure.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Revenue tied to Eliquis, a blood thinner that reduces the risk of clotting and stroke, also increased 8% .

From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026

The blood has been stripped of its clotting factors.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston